Associate - Trial & Defense

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research
• Prepare pleadings, motions and briefs
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Interview clients and eyewitnesses to accidents
• Report on the status of cases to clients
• Significant interaction with clients
• We're looking for someone who:
• Admitted to practice in Florida
• Strong academics
• Litigation experience
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
• Why Join Us?
• At Clyde & Co, we believe in supporting your professional growth while ensuring you have the flexibility and benefits you need to thrive. Here's what you can look forward to:
• Hybrid Work Flexibility - Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work.
• Flexible Paid Time Off - Attorneys are trusted to use their professional judgment to take paid time off as needed.
• Performance Bonuses - In addition to annual performance-based bonuses, our monthly bonus plan gives you the opportunity to earn up to $2,000 per month!
• Student Debt Repayment - Eligible attorneys receive a non-taxable monthly payment of $250 applied toward a qualified higher education student loan.
• Referral Rewards - Earn generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team.
• Mentorship & Career Growth - Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
• Engaging Culture - Participate in exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
• Inclusive Parental Leave - Six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.
• Global Mobility Program - Participate in client-facing events across North America and explore our international offices.
• Career Development : Access regional and global associate training and career development programs.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Robust Disability Coverage - Comprehensive short-term and enhanced long-term disability plans.
• The Firm
• Our Commitment
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• If you are submitting a candidate as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is an essential requirement and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to Clyde & Co are aware of this privacy notice.
• This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde & Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.

Benefits

Additional Information

Clyde & Co seeks a highly motivated Associate with 3 years of litigation experience to join the Trial and Defense team . In this role, you will work on the defense of a variety of civil litigation matters, including general liability, premises liability, negligent security, wrongful death, construction, automotive accidents, and property damage claims - to name a few. You will also work on the defense of high-exposure product liability claims. Working with our experienced attorneys, you will gain hands-on experience and litigation skills as part of a busy and energetic team.

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